2005 Ford Bantam vs. 2004 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2005 Ford Bantam is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Alhambra (149 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2005 Ford Bantam. (59 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 547 kg more than 2005 Ford Bantam. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Seat Alhambra (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Bantam. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Bantam | 2004 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Bantam | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1781 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1665 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
